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The psychological toll of witnessing animal cruelty online
Dustin Kieschnick and Katie Lawlor, on behalf of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics, share their thoughts on the impact of trauma and social media
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Jack Nicholson got it wrong: We can’t even believe in truth, let alone handle the truth
Author Drew Cordell explores the nature of truth through the lens of a 90s classic movie
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Is God a moral monster? How Paul Copan’s book shaped his ministry
Joel Furches looks at the impact of Paul Copan’s book Is God a Moral Monster?, written in response to Richard Dawkins’ accusation that “the God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction”
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Are faith and feminism compatible?
This International Women’s Day, Lauren Windle, author of Notes on Feminism unpacks what true feminism means, exploring how that matches up with Christianity
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Michael Gungor’s deconstruction: Can we keep the baby when we throw out the bathwater?
Erik Strandness reflects on a show featuring musician Michael Gungor and pastor Evan Wickham on millennials, music and mystical deconstruction
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How can churches support people who find Mother’s Day difficult? 7 tips from makeup artist to the stars Hannah Martin
As we approach Mother’s Day, Hannah Martin, who has made up some of the world’s most famous faces, shares her thoughts on how to support those who may be struggling
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Christians in science: How a microbiologist became an apologist
Dr Anjeanette ‘AJ’ Roberts is a microbiologist and a Christian. Joel Furches spoke to her about her faith and career
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Hope in despair: How a militant atheist encountered God
Dave Glander’s broken childhood was one of the many factors that led to his staunch atheism. However, his worldview was dramatically shaken in a moment of desperation. Jana Harmon shares his story
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Who are the Jehovah’s Witnesses and how do they differ from Christianity?
Apologist Joel Furches explores the history of Jehovah’s Witnesses and their central beliefs. Are they a Christian cult or just another denomination?
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What do Kate Bush and Jesus have in common?
Author Drew Cordell looks at why Christianity is worth investigating
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From Roses to Ashes: The harmonious dance of Valentine’s Day and Lent
Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday fall on the same day this year. Author Lauren Windle reflects on this unlikely compatibility and ponders what it means for us
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Why do we observe Lent? NT Wright on lament and celebration
As we approach Lent, Rt Rev Prof NT Wright shares his thoughts on how Lent emerged, why it’s significant and what it means for us today
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Why Christianity is the best foundation for a better future
Younger generations hunger for a better world. Christian speaker Sara Stevenson, in a recent Premier Unbelievable podcast, argues that this goal is best understood using the truth of the Christian worldview
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Racial justice: How an immigrant Jesus brings hope
11th February marks Racial Justice Sunday in the UK. Clare Williams, founder of Real Questions, looks at why we must challenge both external injustices and the flaws within our own hearts, and how the cross of Jesus brings us hope
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Was God the first scientist?
John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, looks at why science is one of the Church’s greatest allies. Read his first and second instalments of this mini-series here – ‘Jesus speaks supernovae’ and ‘Does God still bring water from rocks?’
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Does God still bring water from rocks?
In his second instalment (read part 1 ‘Jesus speaks supernovae’ here), John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, shares how God uses both the Bible and creation to reach us
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Jesus speaks supernovae
John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, reflects on a conversation with a Mars Rover researcher
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Abortion through the eyes of a neonatal physician
Discussions have recently taken place in the UK Parliament around various aspects of the Criminal Justice Bill, including the potential decriminalisation of abortion. Erik Strandness, who has over 20 years’ experience in neonatal medicine, reflects on the thorny issue of abortion
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Are smartphones evil? Unveiling dualities and finding redemption
Is modern technology to blame for our current mental health crisis? Should we just ditch our phones? Or can they be a force for good? Author Drew Cordell shares his thoughts
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Depressed, anxious and tired? You’re suffering from Zoochosis
The demands of modern life have become a self-imposed prison. Erik Strandness reflects on the discussion between Alan Noble and Kelly Kapic on Unbelievable?, and the psychosis of maintaining our “self-made” image instead of the one God has given us.